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Pain at junction of right ear & Jaw
It has been 4 days since it started, for no apparent reason that I could think of. It hurts at the root of my right ear at the junction of the jaw while I eat. I got it checked up with a doctor (General Physician) and he found no signs of infection or inflammation. He advised some ibuprofen tablets and I took them for 2 days and still no ease.
It hurts only when I move the jaw laterally or when I chew in normal sized bites.
Please help. 🙏🏻
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Dr. Baisali Sarkar
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
11 yrs exp
Kolkata
It is TM joint arthritis.
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applying an ice pack or moist heat to the jaw.
taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Advil) and aspirin, antidepressants, or muscle relaxants.
eating soft foods.
wearing a night guard or splint.
performing TMJ-specific exercises.
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Dr. Oliyath Ali
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
8 yrs exp
Delhi
U may be having tm joint arthralgia, u need to have to detailed consultation to properly diagnose and treat it
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